Magazine Images of Truth: Seated Buddha (Tibet) 13th Century Oct 8, 2020 The golden body of the Buddha shines a spiritual light that points to the fact that the teachings must be realised in this very body, if they are to be understood completely. Images of Truth: Gandaran Bust of Buddha 3rd Century Sep 29, 2020 The familiar image of the standing Buddha probably originated in Gandhara in the 1st/2nd century CE; from that region, straddling the present-day nations of Afghanistan and Pakistan, the form spread to every region permeated by Buddhism. Series Images of Truth Buddhist art and iconography Sep 29, 2020 Buddhist art has always been more than just decorative, it is also used for reflection and contemplation. This series features images and a short text that may be used for personal reflection, a perfuming of Heart & Mind to quieten & uplift consciousness. Series The Zen Gateway Blog Dharma, Culture, Philosophy & Life-ways Sep 23, 2020 Here you will find blogs, curated videos and podcasts, books, musings and resources for new ways of living and relating in and through the world. Series The Zen Gateway Interviews Sep 22, 2020 A collection of written and audio interviews with people of interest for those walking the Buddha's Way. The Gateway Interview: Tim Barlow An interview with actor Tim Barlow Aug 18, 2020 Tim Barlow is an actor of stage, film and TV. He has worked in Hollywood and the UK from 'Hot Fuzz' to 'Dr Who'. He is also a Zen Buddhist practitioner. In this interview he discusses the spiritual side of life and lessons that he has learned over the years in this frank and The Heart Sutra: The Swiss Army Knife of Mahayana Buddhism Aug 14, 2020 One of the best known sutras, chanted throughout Asia and the Far East, has multiple uses and seems to evolve through time and place. In Light of Asia: Georgia O'Keeffe & Mark Rothko Jul 16, 2020 In this final essay, Michael O'Neill looks at the influence of Buddhism and Zen on Western abstract and surreal artists. In Light of Asia: Paul Gaugin & Vincent van Gogh Jul 14, 2020 Although known for their 'hell-raising' lifestyles both Gaugin and van Gogh were deeply touched by the teachings of Buddhism as well as by the styles of Japanese art. In Light of Asia: Marcel Duchamp Jul 14, 2020 Marcel Duchamp was reluctant to 'explain' his art but there is evidence that he was deeply influenced by Buddhist symbols and conceptions of 'No-I' and impermanence. The Emergence of Artistic Interest Towards the Orient. Jul 7, 2020 The first in a series of articles about the influence of Oriental and specifically Buddhist ideas on Western art. The Story of the Four Harmonious Friends Jul 2, 2020 This Jataka Tale (previous life-story of the Buddha), is illustrated by Roberta Mansell. Previous Next 6 of 7 pages (There are 74 posts) Previous 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 Next Topics AUDIO COURSES BLOG BOOK BOOK EXTRACTS BOOK REVIEWS BOOKS BUDDHISM AND THE ARTS DAILY LIFE PRACTICE EXERCISES IN MINDFULNESS FILM REVIEWS FOLKLORE IN LIGHT OF ASIA INTERVIEWS NEWS PEOPLE PSYCHOLOGY REVIEWS STORIES Donate The virtue of generosity, charity or giving. Your donations are welcomed. Learn more Dharma Centre Our online community to complement The Zen Gateway online resource and magazine. Visit Dharma Centre
